Hashim Amla began his career in Tongaat, Durban, where he and his brother played cricket in the street in front of their neighbourhood mosque. Hashim was noticed by scouts and won a place at the prestigious DHS school, where he made a name for himself as a schoolboy cricketing prodigy.

Through many highs and lows, he developed into an international sporting star – one who stayed true to his background while changing the nature of South African cricket for the better.

The Author

Jeremy Daniel is an author, screenwriter and musician. He has written for children’s television and theatre, including as head writer for Takalani Sesame. He has also written a book, My Forever Friend. He lives in Cape Town with his wife and daughters.